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As Mona approached, the sales director got a good look at her face and recognized her. Maxwell and Mona's marriage hadn't been publicized yet at that time, so the sales director was under the impression that Mona was still Maxwell's fiancée. Still, Mona was an esteemed customer and she hurriedly walked over to receive her. The sales director was a little puzzled about why Maxwell had simply dropped his fiancée off and then driven away though. She thought maybe there was some truth to the rumor that their engagement was merely a power move for the sake of advancing the Clem and Carter businesses. She wasn't about to be distracted by this though and focused up on making a sale.

"How may I assist you, Ms. Clem?" she asked politely.

"Could I trouble you to show me some models that are beginner-friendly? I'd like to have a look at the options available." Mona replied.

"Of course. Please come with me." she led Mona further inside where the cars were on display.

One of the other salespeople had taken the initiative to prepare some refreshments in the lounge for when Mona would go over.

The sales director enthusiastically showed Mona around a couple of cars. Mona seemed to take a fancy to a particular Audi model, and she informed the sales director that there'd be someone who would come over to take a closer look for her later. Mona then headed to the lounge area to enjoy her coffee and pastries, intending to wait for Maxwell's arrival.

When Teddy came in to the dealership office, he caught sight of Mona looking bored on the sofa. She was in a black dress that showed off the fairness of her skin, and the sunlight she was basking in made her look even more radiant. Her hair was also tied up to reveal her slender neck, and her pearl earrings accentuated her petite face.

Teddy's jaw hung agape. He kept his gaze on Mona for a long time, drinking her in. He found himself unable to look away.

It wasn't until the sales manager called out to him twice that he snapped back to reality. Teddy couldn't help but admit that Mona was getting more and more beautiful.

By the time Maxwell arrived, Mona had started bothering Ava out of boredom. A shadow suddenly blocked the sunlight next to her, and when Mona looked up, she met Maxwell's eyes. There was a fine layer of perspiration on his forehead so it seemed like he had tried to hurry over as soon as he could.

"Mona, sorry. It took longer than I'd expected. Were you bored?" Maxwell asked apologetically.

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e'd thought he just needed to sign some documents, but unfortunately Gordon was there as well and they got into it for a bit. He didn't have time to update Mona so he just had to let her wait for a long time.

Maxwell saw that Mona had already finished most of her coffee, and the pastries as well, which made him feel even guiltier.

"That's okay, don't worry about it. I was just taking a break here. Why don't you take a seat too and catch your breath?" Mona replied.

As soon as Maxwell sat down, more coffee was brought out, and Mona requested for a bottle of water for him as well.

After a quick break, Mona brought Maxwell around to the see the Audi she had wanted. It was red, shiny and a bright pop color, much like Mona's personality.

"What do you think? Does it look good? There were a few other models, but this one caught my attention at first glance." Mona smiled and said.

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Maxwell nodded and said, "Yeah, it looks great, and it suits you too. That settles it then, let's get this one."

He handed his credit card to the sales director.

Mona had intended to pay for it herself, but after Maxwell beat her to it, she thought since they were married, it would be okay for them to share their finances. She smiled and accepted his offer, relishing the feeling of having someone foot the bill for her.

The sales director, on the other hand, hesitated to take the card presented to her. She explained, stammering, "Uh. Ms. Clem, well. It's just that this car has already been paid for for you

"Paid for?" Mona asked in surprise. She had wanted Maxwell to see the car before she bought it, how could it already be paid

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Seeing Mona's surprised expression, the sales director became even more flustered. "Yes, that's right... Mr. Powers had paid for it, saying it was a gift for you."

Mona's first instinct was that the sales director was referring to Teddy, but she couldn't understand why he would do that. When they were together, Teddy hadn't even paid for their dates. She couldn't believe that now she was married, he would actually buy her a car. The old Mona would have been over the moon, but now, she didn't feel anything in particular about his generous gesture except that it was slightly off-putting. "The Mr. Powers you're referring to, was it Teddy Powers?" Mona asked the sales director.© 2024 Nôv/el/Dram/a.Org.

The sales director nodded. Teddy had made it clear earlier that Mona was just upset with him, and he wanted to buy the car for her to beg for her forgiveness. The sales director felt Teddy's spiel was compelling and perhaps out of sympathy, had agreed to let him pay. Evidently, that was the wrong call.

"Give that man his**n money back and re-open the bill. And throw in a car coating as well. We'll be back in a week to collect it." Maxwell said with finality.

If his wife wanted to buy a car, Maxwell was d***n well going to pay for it. There was no need for Teddy to show him up like that, or was he trying to mock Maxwell for being poor?

That may have been the case before, but Maxwell had no lack of money now.

Maxwell had basically issued an order, and when the sales director saw that Mona hadn't disagreed, she gingerly received the credit card. Her heart was about to leap out from her throat. If she offended Maxwell in any way, she knew her career would be over.

"Yes, Mr. Carter. I'll do that right away." the sales director replied obediently.

After the payment was settled again, Maxwell, as if asserting his dominance, took the initiative to hold Mona's hand and lead them towards the door. His legs were longer but he didn't take big strides so as to accommodate Mona's steps. Even after they got into Maxwell's car, he still seemed to be in a p***y mood. Even though he tried to hide it, Mona was able to tell from the slight downward turn of his mouth. It was Maxwell's telltale sign that he was unhappy. "Maxwell, do you have anything on after this?" Mona asked.

Maxwell shook his head, his hands gripping the steering wheel tightly. He suddenly had a dark thought form in the back of his mind that he didn't want to wait any longer, that he should consummate their marriage as soon as possible. It would be best if they even had a baby.

"It's still kind of early so why don't you accompany me clothes shopping? The fall season is almost upon us so I'll have to buy some long-sleeved outfits." Mona suggested. Truthfully, she wanted to buy some clothes for Maxwell, so that he would wear the clothes she bought him to work. She really wanted to design a few pieces for him too, but was afraid he wouldn't take a Tue

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Maxwell agreed and said, "Sounds good. We can go shopping and eat out before going home." Mona nodded and Maxwell started the engine, driving them to the biggest mall nearby.

As soon as they got out the car, Maxwell brought Mona to the women's section on the second floor.

Mona picked out two long-sleeved dresses and placed them over her current outfit and asked, "Which one is better?"

Maxwell looked between the two dresses. They were the same design, just in different colors. He answered, "They both look great though. Let's just get them both. Then he turned to the clerk and said, "Please wrap those up for us."

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